Moxa Stick 5-Year Aged Mugwort Ai Tiao 7x20cm Handheld Moxibustion Roll for Whole Body Use

Handheld moxibustion stick, known in TCM as Ai Tiao (艾条), made from five-year aged mugwort (Artemisia argyi) leaf wool wrapped in white cotton paper. This thickened 7x20cm roll is a traditional external-use tool for warming moxibustion practice. In TCM theory, mugwort is warm in nature and associated with the meridians. For external use only; keep away from skin contact with flame and use with care.

Key Selling Points

• Five-year aged mugwort wool for smoother, steadier burning
• Thickened 7x20cm format suited to handheld whole-body moxibustion
• Wrapped in white cotton paper for clean handling
• Made from Artemisia argyi leaf, the classic moxibustion herb
• Suited to home practice and professional moxibustion studios

Quality & Sensory

The roll typically shows a soft golden-yellow wool core with a mild herbal mugwort aroma. When lit, it typically glows evenly and releases a warm, smoky scent characteristic of aged ai ye.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Handheld moxibustion on the back, shoulders, abdomen, or legs
• Warming practice in professional moxibustion studios
• Seasonal external warming routines at home
• Meridian-focused external use on comfortable body areas

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, moxa sticks made from aged mugwort wool are lit and held near acupuncture points or along meridians to apply gentle radiant warmth, a method known as jiu fa. Traditionally associated with warming the channels and supporting circulation of qi, moxibustion is commonly performed on the abdomen, lower back, and joints, often in cooler seasons or as part of daily wellness routines.

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